Accounting Clerk

Accounting Clerk (Maternity Cover 12 Months)

Location: Middleton, M24
Salary: £25,000 £27,000
Hours: Monday to Friday, preferably 7:15am 3:15pm or 8:00am - 4:00pm.

We are currently recruiting for an Accounting Clerk on behalf of our well-established Client based in Middleton (M24). This is a maternity cover position for approximately 12 months, offering an excellent opportunity to gain experience within a structured finance team.

The Role:

You will provide a wide range of clerical, accounting, and bookkeeping support functions under general supervision, with a strong focus on Accounts Payable activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive and manage all incoming vendor invoices
• Match invoices to Goods Received Notes (GRNs) and Purchase Orders (POs)
• Process invoices accurately using Microsoft Dynamics AX (ERP system)
• Attach invoices to the ERP system and file paper copies
• Manage the Accounts Payable email inbox
• Compile weekly payment runs in GBP, EUR, and USD
• Perform regular supplier statement reconciliations to ensure Accounts Payable is up to date

Skills, Experience & Qualifications:

Essential:

• Minimum 2 years experience in a clerical accounting or similar finance role
• High school diploma and strong technology aptitude
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A proactive team player with a strong sense of urgency

Desirable:

• Associate degree in Accounting or Business
• Experience using accounting or ERP systems (Dynamics AX an advantage)

Additional Information:

• Office-based role in Middleton
• Ongoing maternity cover (approximately 12 months)

Gap Personnel is acting as an employment business. We are committed to the selection, recruitment, and development of the best people, basing decisions solely on suitability for the role.